A Little Piece of France with Big French Taste

March 2nd, 2012 . No Comments »

I had the pleasure of dining at Jules Bistro , in Toronto of course, during a business lunch earlier this week.  It was my first time there and I must say….Bravo! Everything was fresh and tasty and the servers were a delight to interact with.

In addition to the menu that the server (with a dark red french manicure) handed to us there is chalk board taking up the upper section of the south wall featuring specials.  There is no shortage of choice at this place!

Everyone at the table ordered a wide variety of the menu items, but since I’m back on the healthy eating wagon (after eating not-so-healthy for a while) I ordered what I wouldn’t regret later.

Since I was in a French restaurant, I had to get their vegetarian french onion soup to start. I know, I know the cheese isn’t exactly waist-friendly (or maybe a little tooo friendly) but when it reached me, to my delight, there wasn’t a thick blanket of cheese on top…just some stringy little globs of cheese at the bottom.  The soup was quite delightful, and it didn’t leave me dairy remorseful.

For my main I had one of the specials, grilled salmon on Nicoise salad… Approximately $20.00.

Very good, very fresh…I really couldn’t have asked for it to be any better.

The ambiance was nice, casual, Radiohead playing in the background and one of the servers singing along. He really must have been a  Radiohead fan because the music was low, but he knew all the lyrics word for word and gladly drew attention to the quiet music with his lyrical enthusiasm.

Overall I like this spot. Its a great restaurant to have in your back pocket for the affairs that call for simple, yet high quality food in a relaxed atmosphere.

xo Forever,

Heather

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More Creative With Shellac – Pink French Manicure!

September 1st, 2011 . No Comments »

If you are an avid Shellac consumer like myself, you will have noticed that there is a whole lotta pink and nude tones in their colour selection…and they can get a little boring. I think I have had one type of pink on my nails at least three times!

This time I decided to get creative with Shellac’s Iced Coral and Hot Pop Pink with a french different from the normal white tips.

The result is ultra cute! The ladies at Yeti Nail Salon are my new go-to gals for the perfect salon services. Seriously, they are not only friendly but really good at their job.

Buff Nail Lounge, as I have raved about in the past…now don’t have anything really to rave about….there was a crippling wave of turnover that fucked their quality of service over.

Just wanted to show off my latest Shellac shenanigans!

Oh, and if you like my ring, check out Shoedazzle.com…awesome awesome awesome online shopping!

xo Forever,

Heather

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So Many Compliments on this Soft Statement Jewelry

August 25th, 2011 . No Comments »

My Stella & Dot jewelry is off the chain!

You may recall the jewelry party that I hosted in May…my girlfriend Alica is a beautiful soul as well as an awesome Stella & Dot stylist.

I took my sweet ass time choosing which jewels would be worthy enough to be filling my late grandmother’s antique jewelry box and the results are fetching mad compliments!

I’ll show you what I was wearing yesterday, the Chantilly Lace cuff and earring set; bold yet delicate:

 

I feel like a princess when I decorate myself with these soft statement-makers. Fetched compliments from friends and co-workers as well as the pleasant young lady who served me at Teaopia (which I love).

Glad to show off some of my bling.

xo Forever,

Heather

 

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So Funny it Left My Full Bawdy in Stitches

July 21st, 2011 . No Comments »

Just like my music, I like my comedy underground. Shelley Marshall and her recurring production of The Full Bawdy Comedy Show is anything but mainstream. Ever since I witnessed Shelley’s hosting of Lunacy Cabaret in February I am a loyal follower. Bringing a couple friends along to brave the stench of stale beer at Comedy Bar, and most recently the mellowing pot clouds of  The Underground Comedy Club, I can safely say I am a newly devoted fan. Is that creepy? Probably.

Giving a regular night at the movies a break and following Shelley and her show off the beaten path into the bouquets of various toxins has been rewarded with unique, candid and fucking hilarious entertainment. Last Sunday night, Shelley had everyone laughing their asses off in her character ‘Mildred’ hailing from Hamilton and brandishing dish-gloved hands as she carried out MC duties in true over-the-hill white trash fashion.

The all-female cast that graced the stage in the recent installment of the delightfully raunchy comedy series covered all the bases; straight, married lesbian, failed bisexual, tired mom, divorced and online dating, were all represented and had a comedic voice through joint-puffing, beer guzzling local lady comedians.  There was a laugh for all the loose minded, especially relating women. For the men, an uncensored window into the woman’s psyche as well as advice. Unhappy with your dick? The Full Bawdy Comedy show can help you with that too ;-)

If I heard correctly The Full Bawdy Comedy show will be on every month in Toronto….that doesn’t give me much time to round up more of my sick minded mates!!

Laugh.

Heather

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No Tan Lines Thanks to This Naked Paradise

July 15th, 2011 . No Comments »

There is something freeing about enjoying sunny weather without the constraint of those pesky clothes we have to wear in normal society.  I’ve discovered that the feeling of sun shining on my bare ass is something I want more of…especially while floating peacefully in a heated outdoor pool.

I paid Oasis Aqualounge a visit last Saturday afternoon with a couple friends.  It was my first time visiting the swingers’ paradise when the ‘anything goes‘ rules applied.  I have had the pleasure of enjoying Oasis’ facilities before when Zero Percent threw a super fun techno pool party (which there is more of this summer) but in true ‘vanilla‘ party style, bathing suits were worn.

The pool deck was inviting and I spent time in and out of the pool. The endless towel supply and friendly staff made me feel very comfortable. It was also nice that it wasn’t too busy during the early afternoon so there was plenty of room to sprawl out.

I had things to do in the evening so I departed my new favorite Saturday hangout at around 5…just when more people were showing up and the atmosphere was turning more playful.

I’ll have to take a piecemeal approach to this place!

Swimming naked in the sun = thumbs up.

xo,

Heather

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Picking up on the TTC…or lack thereof

July 11th, 2011 . No Comments »

Is finding a date on the TTC plausible? As I ride on subway trains, buses and streetcars I tend to single out fellow public transit patrons that are easy on the eyes…but nothing goes past lustful glances until one of us gets off at a stop or we lose each other transferring from one vehicle to another.  I’m sure you’re not new to the wonderful world of eye sex either ;-)

An article in the Metro free newspaper caught my attention as I was peering over a person’s shoulder during the afternoon rush.  50 years ago a couple started their relationship as a result of their commute together on a street car, and I being a dating blogger couldn’t resist the appeal of the romantic and cute story.  I’m sure I wasn’t the only one who cooed “awwwww” at the site of photo of the smiling elderly couple.

This day and age does anyone hook up on the TTC?

The internet has made singles lazy when it comes to searching for a mate. Online dating is a lot less intimidating than approaching a beautiful stranger on the TTC – but 50 years ago there wasn’t the option of looking for a date from the comfort of your own home (or anywhere). Hell, now we can be in our face mask and flannel pjs during our online search, as long we have some hot pics from nights out and beach days on hand to be situated in our profiles just so.

So really, this is just a rant about how I never get asked out on the subway…even when having intense eye sex with all the cute Asian guys I can handle.  Aren’t I supposed to let the guys make the first move? What if I do, will I scare all the boys away?

Today most people on the TTC are drowning out the sound of their surroundings thanks to earphones connected to ipods and the like, which makes the approach even more ballsy because of the necessary addition of the tap on the shoulder and the motion requesting their attention. Maybe that is what is keeping me from interaction with the sexy fellow rocket-riders.

However, there is hope for some, thanks to the evening free news paper t.o.night‘s shout out section in the back where readers can write all they want about missed opportunities during their commute.  I have yet to partake in this activity.

Online dating prevails. TTC is a tease. Ipods are the sacrificial lamb for a chance at spontaneous conversations with hot strangers.

With that I bid you happy TTTeasing :-P

xo,

Heather

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Image: Idea go / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

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Scrub-a-licious! Lush’s lip scrubs are tasty and tingly

June 23rd, 2011 . No Comments »

Lush‘s lip scrub ‘Mint Julip‘ is the latest purchase as a result of my rekindled love with the all natural cosmetic store.  I’m happy to have found a yummy way to bring life to my lips – I can’t stop showing my friends!

There are three flavors, but the mint-chocolate combo of Mint Julip makes for a lip exfoliation process comparable to an After Eight in sand form. The scrub is made with essential oils, so its a green light to eat the granules – in fact it’s part of the process!

How to use:

Step 1) Before applying your lip wear, take a small pinch of the scrub between your fingers and then rub on lips.

Step 2) Scrub the entire lip surface area, even the edges to buff away dead skin – use more scrub if you need to. Rub lips together for a deeper exfoliation.

Step 3) As you rub the scrub into your lips by rubbing them together, start to lick them to get the scrub off.

Step 4) Eat the rest of the scrub left on your lips – mmm.

Step 5) Enjoy your tingly, smooth lips! Apply your lip wear.

I LOVE.

Always a pleasure,

Heather

 

 

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to workout or to not workout, that is the sick person’s question

June 16th, 2011 . 1 Comment »

Should I work out when I’m sick? Hmmm…I thought the rule of thumb was to cool it on workouts when under the weather in order to give the body a chance to recuperate.

SO, thinking Im doing the right thing by staying away from the gym, I casually grumble about how many days I’ve been without a workout to a girlfriend.

“What? I’m sick with what you have and I worked out two days in a row…” she shares. All of a sudden I’m questioning my ‘easy does it’ approach to caring for my sick self.

CNN Health says:

  • If symptoms are only from the neck up, working out (maybe not as hard as usual) is ok
  • Do not work out if you have nausea, fever or  are contagious

I have a throat infection, which is making me really tired and a bit achey.

I suppose it could go either way…but I’m happier sleeping in bed and recovering the way I’m used to…

…and I should be able to hit the gym by the weekend. *crosses fingers*

play safe,

Heather

Image: Michal Marcol / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

UPDATE:

Ok, so I did hit a spin class last night after all…and I think it actually helped to sweat so much! My rule of thumb of no exercise when under the weather is revised…

Work out if you want to.  If you are too sick to want to, don’t.

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I said Yes to Fresh and their green tea based smoothie

June 16th, 2011 . No Comments »

Yes to Fresh is a relatively new addition around my neighborhood at King and Jarvis in Toronto – serving up healthy meals, drinks…with some branding material eerily similar to Freshii.

Copycat suspicions aside, Yes to Fresh is tastefully decorated, complete with extremely friendly staff.

I walked in late yesterday afternoon on my way to the doctor’s office, “I need a smoothie, with lots of antioxidants…my throat is sore! Can you help me?” I asked the smiling counter attendant…he seemed to be more than just the counter attendant…perhaps he was an owner.

We chatted about the options and I settled on a blueberry-banana smoothie with a green tea base.  Maybe I missed the memo, but I had never heard of a green tea based smoothie before.  Its a helluva low calorie smoothie option.

Results: fabulous.

Cost: Under $5 with tax

Will I go again: Hell ya.

Always a pleasure,

Heather

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Instead Softcups = two fallopian tubes up ;-)

June 6th, 2011 . No Comments »

I have found a new favorite product to tackle the monthly visitor – yes, I am going there.

Instead Softcups caught my eye at Shoppers Drug Mart one day when I was shopping for feminine supplies. I usually go for what I like to call ‘finger puppets’ aka OB Tampons.

The box of softcups claim that they can provide up to 12 hours of protection leak-free. I was sold, keeping an eye (or vagina) on tampons can sometimes be inconvenient. I gave it a whirl and was pleased with the results.

 

I’ll spare myself from writing out all the gory details, and link you to a great article on how to use these panty-savers!

In the words of Always…”Have a Happy Period”.

 

xo,

Heather

 

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